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Dr. Flora Varghese, MD

Surgeon

Yuba City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varghese, Surgeon in Yuba City, CA?

    Dr. Flora Varghese, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Yuba City, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Varghese is fluent in English, Chinese, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varghese’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varghese’s office at (530) 749-2409.

    Is Dr. Varghese board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Flora Varghese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Varghese speak?

    Dr. Varghese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Varghese typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Varghese diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Varghese. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
    • Left female breast cancer lower-inner
    • Lower-inner left female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
    • C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Varghese typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Varghese performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Varghese. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast Marker Placement
    • Wire Localization Breast
    • Mammographic Guided Breast Localization

    CPT Codes:

    • 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Varghese accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varghese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 749-2409 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Varghese accept in Yuba City, CA?

    Dr. Varghese in Yuba City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Varghese's office located?

    Dr. Flora Varghese's Primary Practice

    481 Plumas Blvd Ste 202

    Yuba City, CA 95991

    (530) 749-2409

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    What is Dr. Varghese's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Varghese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629139928.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varghese?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varghese

    What is Dr. Flora Varghese's specialty?

    Dr. Varghese is a Surgeon near Yuba City, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Flora Varghese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varghese is affiliated with Texas Health Denton, Medical City Denton Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound, Medical City Alliance Hospital, Medical City Lewisville Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Flora Varghese accepting new patients in Yuba City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Flora Varghese is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Flora Varghese offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varghese's office at (530) 749-2409 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Flora Varghese?

    Please contact Dr. Varghese's office at (530) 749-2409 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Varghese's office located?

    Dr. Varghese's office is located in Yuba City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Flora Varghese have?

    Dr. Flora Varghese is certified by the American Board of Surgery.